Introducing Your Child to Their Newborn Sibling: Q&A – Ep. 373
In Part 2 of “Checkin’ the Inbox,” Shanna and Laura answer more listener questions about everything from embryo storage to family traditions, to friend jealousy and more! Also, Laura reports on how her family managed a week without childcare after her kids finished preschool and camp for the summer, and Shanna talks about going to […] Read More
Super-Mom Stories: Heroic Saves and Picture-Day Chaos – Ep. 233
In the special segment “Super Moms,” Laura and Shanna share the stories of some heroic moms who used their instinct and courage to save the day. Also, Laura talks about wrapping up her stressful week with a cleaning frenzy, and Shanna reports on her three-year-old’s adorably awkward preschool picture day. Finally, they share their BFPs […] Read More
Holiday Traditions With Kids: Ask-Us-Anything Minisode #4
Shanna and Laura answer a very popular listener question about what holiday traditions we have with our kids, including our thoughts on Santa, Elf on the Shelf, Christmas trees and more. They also tackle the tricky topic of how to split time between family members during the holidays when you have kids. If you have […] Read More
Mom Brain Is Real: Forgetfulness After Kids – Ep. 202
In the special segment “Throwback,” Laura tells the story of how she became a “cat lady,” including the time her parents gave her a outrageous explanation for why her beloved cat Oreo suddenly disappeared. Also, Shanna talks about her recent struggles with “mom brain,” and Laura reports on her efforts to fix her 14-month-old’s sleep […] Read More
Mom Wins: First Real Steps and a Birthday Comeback – Ep. 188
In the special segment “Mom Wins!,” Laura and Shanna recount their recent parenting successes with spreadsheets, sand and soap! Also, Shanna discusses the agony of her daughter’s three-year sleep regression, and Laura reports on the celebrations for her son’s third birthday. Finally, they share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna’s kids are 3 […] Read More
Nap Training Wins and Baby Helmet Therapy Progress – Ep. 173
Laura’s two-year-old has become obsessed with spooky stuff, and Shanna’s girls are sticking with their true animal essence with their Halloween costumes. Also, in the special segment “They Said What?!,” Laura’s son is adamant that something disturbing will happen on Halloween, and Shanna’s awkwardness at the beach with her kids does not go unnoticed by […] Read More